Novosoft Becomes Microsoft Certified Partner

Novosoft, one of the leading providers of backup solutions, earns Microsoft Certified Partner status.

Alliance, Ohio, November 24, 2008 – Novosoft, an international software development and IT-consulting company, today announced that it has achieved certified status in Microsoft Partner Program with an ISV/Software Solutions Competency. One of the main factors that have allowed the company to earn the status was completion of certification testing of Novosoft's key product, Handy Backup.

"Becoming a Microsoft Certified Partner enables us to bring even more benefits to our clients," said Natalia Sigaeva, head of Novosoft marketing department. "We are now provided with a rich set of resources designed to help us deliver superior experience to all of our customers. This will let us grow our business to the next level, and further reinforce our product Handy Backup as people's first choice in data backup software."

Microsoft itself describes its certified partners as "independent companies that provide the highest levels of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and hands-on skills." As a Microsoft Certified Partner, Novosoft gains access to multiple marketing tools and services designed to help the company to generate greater visibility, capture new customers and increase revenues.

About Handy Backup

Handy Backup is an award-winning backup solution for Windows-based computers and Windows Server-based enterprise networks. It features a unique plug-in-based architecture which allows users to select any combination of functions and pay for what they need only. Prices of the software range from $39 for the basic functionality up to $199 for a full-featured solution. The enterprise backup edition of the program, Handy Backup Server, includes 5 licenses for remote workstations and costs $599.

To learn more about Handy Backup, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net

About Novosoft

Established in 1992, Novosoft develops and markets a wide range of software products for individual computer users and small- to medium-sized businesses. The company strives to use the most advanced technologies and deliver high quality and cost effective solutions ensuring customers satisfaction and trust. For more information, refer to the corporate website at http://www.novosoft-us.com

Contact

Alexander Rassokhin

Novosoft

Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69

E-mail: pr@novosoft.net